Manchester United On Brink Of Breaking Unique Streak Lasting 88 Years, 4,321 Games
However, this run looks under risk ahead of the 2025-26 season, if Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo change clubs. Garnacho is eyeing a move to Chelsea, while the latter could stay put. However, if the 20-year-old Mainoo happens to pick up an injury or a suspension, this unprecedented run of the Red Devils Academy could finally meet its end, which was at its peak during the era of Alex Ferguson from 1986-2013, during which the club became one of the finest in European football.
As per figures, during the last season at United, the average number of youth players in each first-team squad was 4.51, a major dip from 6.65 from last year. For the upcoming campaign, it could dip to even lower.
United would be aiming they retain some of their best academy prospects and some newer ones also rise through the ranks to keep the strong legacy of their academy going.
During the 2024-25 season, United finished at 15th spot in the Premier League, winning just 11 of their 38 games. They ended at runners-up in the UEFA Europa League to Tottenham Hotspur. They also had a quarterfinal finish in the EFL Cup. Manchester United also had a fifth round run in the FA Cup.
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Business Standard
14 minutes ago
- Business Standard
Ramsdale joins Newcastle from Southampton on season-long loan
Newcastle signed goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale on a season-long loan deal from relegated Southampton on Saturday. Newcastle announced the signing on its website with the Premier League club's coach Eddie Howe calling the 27-year-old Ramsdale an exceptional goalkeeper who adds further quality and international experience to our squad. The England international was previously No. 1 at Arsenal but then lost his place and joined Southampton on a four-year contract. He could not prevent the club going down last season, when he made 30 appearances in the top division. Ramsdale, who has five caps for England, is looking forward to hearing the support of the home fans as one of their players, rather than as a visiting goalie. It's great to be here. I've always loved coming here and I've seen how passionate and loud the fans can be, he said. I've always loved playing at St. James' Park. I've not always had the greatest of results, but when the fans get behind you, it's some place. Newcastle begins its Premier League campaign away to Aston Villa on Aug. 16.
NDTV
an hour ago
- NDTV
Free-agent Callum Wilson Ends Newcastle Stay By Signing For Premier League Rival West Ham
Former England striker Callum Wilson ended a five-year stint at Newcastle when he signed for Premier League rival West Ham on Saturday. The 33-year-old Wilson, who has penned a one-year contract at West Ham, was a free agent after being unable to agree a new deal at Newcastle. Wilson spent six seasons at Bournemouth before joining Newcastle in September 2020. He said: 'I'm excited to be joining a massive football club like West Ham. A club that shares a similar passion to mine, hard work, dedication...I'm glad to be a part of it." Wilson hit 49 goals in 130 appearances across all competitions for Newcastle. He also scored twice in nine matches for England between 2018 and 2023. 'He is a proven, experienced Premier League striker, with a great work ethic and a fantastic goal-scoring record," said West Ham manager Graham Potter. 'He also has excellent character and personality, which is such an important factor, and something that we place a big emphasis on with our player recruitment." West Ham begins the Premier League season away at promoted Sunderland on Aug. 16.
&w=3840&q=100)
First Post
10 hours ago
- First Post
Benjamin Sesko drops bombshell on Man United, set to join Premier League rivals in sensational transfer move?
As per a fresh report, Manchester United's priority target is set to pick Newcastle United as his next destination. The RB Leipzig striker is on the radar of both the clubs. read more Manchester United are set to suffer a massive setback in the transfer market as striking reports have emerged from Slovenia, claiming that the Red Devils' priority target, Benjamin Sesko, is expected to pick Newcastle United as his next destination. The 22-year-old was previously on the radar of Arsenal, but the Gunners opted to sign his RB Leipzig teammate . United and Newcastle are both in contention to sign the striker, as all their prior targets have met their takers. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Man U and Newcastle in contention to sign Benjamin Sesko Ruben Amorim has missed out on Liam Delap, who signed with Chelsea, and Gyokeres this summer and hence they have set their target on Sesko. United were optimistic about the deal, as it was earlier reported that Sesko's preference was a move to Old Trafford. However, that stance seems to have changed. According to the Slovenian newspaper Delo, Newcastle have managed to convince Sesko to shift base to St James' Park in lieu of Old Trafford. The report further states that the Magpies' proposal has successfully wooed Sesko. More from Football Since both United and Newcastle need a new striker, it will eventually come down to who wants more. United desperately wants to improve its squad following the 15th-place finish in the league last season. Newcastle, on the other hand, have lost Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool, and there is a reasonable chance that the Premier League champions will rope in Isak apparently fancies a move to Anfield and has made his intention clear by not turning to train with the team and pulling out of their pre-season tour. If Newcastle beat United in the race to sign Sesko, then Ollie Watkins will expectedly emerge as the new priority target for Ruben Amorim's side. Notably, Manchester United have made two massive signings in the current transfer window. They brought Matheus Cunha from Wolves and Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. Both players are expected to improve the offensive line of the club. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
